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INSANE: Watchdog takes on building sector scrutiny | Vintage Vibes

The Fair Work Ombudsman will now investigate underpayment of wages in the construction sector. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Commercial building and construction firms face tougher scrutiny over the under-payment of wages.

The Fair Work Ombudsman on Thursday will officially take over many of the functions of the Australian Building and Construction Commission, which the Albanese government is working to abolish.

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